What is the “Additional Information” section on the Common App meant for?

Explaining special circumstances or disruptions

How long should your college list be for MOST students?

10–15 schools across reach, match, and safety

If you apply Early Decision (ED) and are accepted, can you decline the offer?

Only if the financial aid package is insufficient

If you're applying as a visual arts student, when should you submit a portfolio?

When it’s optional but strengthens your application

Which of the following is a "demonstrated interest" activity?

Participating in a college’s virtual info session

What is the main purpose of the Personal Statement on the Common App?

Share a personal story or growth experience

Which of the following universities is public?

University of California, Berkeley

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1
Which of these universities is NOT part of the Ivy League?
Brown University
Dartmouth College
Cornell University
Stanford University
2
What is the “Additional Information” section on the Common App meant for?
Adding a third teacher recommendation
Describing every activity in more detail
Submitting a second personal statement
Explaining special circumstances or disruptions
3
Which university uses the “Common Application” to apply?
Northeastern University
Harvard University
University of Chicago
All of the above
4
How long should your college list be for MOST students?
2–3 schools
10–15 schools across reach, match, and safety
20+ to maximize your chances
5–7 schools
5
Which college is best known for its co-op education system, combining classroom and work experience?
Duke University
Northeastern University
Swarthmore College
Wake Forest University
6
If you apply Early Decision (ED) and are accepted, can you decline the offer?
Only if the financial aid package is insufficient
No, it’s legally binding
Only if you email the admissions office
Yes, if you change your mind
7
What is the main difference between Early Action (EA) and Early Decision (ED)?
Both are binding
ED is binding, EA is not
EA is binding, ED is not
Both are non-binding
8
Which university is the oldest in the United States?
Yale University
Princeton University
Harvard University
Columbia University
9
If you're applying as a visual arts student, when should you submit a portfolio?
Never — portfolios are outdated
Only when the school requests one
When it’s optional but strengthens your application
Only if you're applying for a scholarship
10
Which of the following is a "demonstrated interest" activity?
Writing about the school in your Common App essay
Emailing a professor after being admitted
Submitting test scores
Participating in a college’s virtual info session
11
What is the main purpose of the Personal Statement on the Common App?
Describe your résumé
Show writing ability through an academic paper
Share a personal story or growth experience
Argue why the school should accept you
12
Which of these colleges has the smallest undergraduate student body?
Amherst College
Caltech
University of Florida
UC Berkeley
13
Which of the following universities is public?
University of California, Berkeley
University of Southern California
Harvard University
Northwestern University
14
Can you apply to UC schools using the Common App?
False
True
15
What year was the Ivy League officially formed
1901
1954
1776
1990

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